A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION commending Madison County Schools for using the farm-to-school concept for school meals and encouraging other school districts to do so.
A RESOLUTION expressing sympathy to the citizens of the Commonwealth affected by the historic December 2021 tornado outbreak and honoring the many acts of kindness provided to the impacted communities and school districts by school personnel.
Requests the Department of Agriculture and Forestry and the Department of Education to implement a Farm to School Program and to assist schools with local procurement options for fresh fruit, vegetables, meats, and seafood.
Requires schools to purchase locally grown produce when available; establishes process for farmers to voluntarily donate surplus produce to schools for use in NJ Farm to School Program.